VCA Shoreline Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center

10/23/2026

Jump scare!! We're here for you and your pet's needs all spooky season long 👻

Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/22/2026

Meet Toni. ✨ Technician Supervisor. Mentor. Lifelong learner. And the kind of colleague who makes everyone around her better. 🐾

Every day, Toni shows up to teach, inspire, and invest in the Associates around her — from dental wet labs to ultrasound training — because she knows what it feels like to have someone believe in you.

💙 We're so proud to have Toni on our team. Her dedication to mentorship is exactly what makes VCA a place where careers and people truly thrive.

Explore what a career at VCA could look like for you. 🌟

10/21/2026

Welcome back to - today we're learning about why our dogs roll around in things we'd rather them not 😅

Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/20/2026

This National Veterinary Technician Week, we're celebrating the incredible Associates who make our hospitals thrive — like Karen, who began as a CSR and never stopped growing and like Joanne, who sought mentorship and support to obtain her VTNE.

At VCA, we're proud to champion our veterinary technicians every step of the way — offering mentorship, encouragement, and the resources to help you reach your full potential.

To every vet tech in our VCA family: thank you. What you do matters deeply — to our teams, to our patients, and to the pet owners who trust us with their most beloved companions.

🌟 Ready to grow your career with a team that believes in you? Explore open roles at VCA. https://www.vcacareers.com/global/en

10/16/2026

🎃 Costumes, PSL's and scented candles... oh my! Be on the lookout for these potential pet hazards this fall. 🍂

And if you need support from your veterinary team, we're just a call away! Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/15/2026

We dare you to swipe through the puppies without saying "awww" 😍

Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/14/2026

Every surgery starts long before the first incision. It starts with a veterinary technician who has spent years mastering their skills, anticipating needs, monitoring vitals, and showing up fully prepared for every patient who comes through the door.

Vet techs are the heart of every OR team, and their skill and dedication make a difference every single day. At some VCA specialty hospitals, we take surgical collaboration even further. Some of our teams include Certified Surgical Technologists (CSTs) — professionals who earned specialized degrees specifically to support surgeons in the OR.

The result? Less time under anesthesia. Better outcomes. And a team that truly works as one. 💙

Because every patient is somebody's pet — and they deserve nothing less than the best.

10/13/2026

Think you know your veterinary history? Let’s put it to the test. 🩺

As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we’re looking back at the breakthroughs that have helped shape veterinary care over the past four decades.

Take the 40 Years of Breakthroughs in Veterinary Medicine quiz from Clinician's Brief and see how you score!

👉 Take the quiz - https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/quiz-40-years-breakthroughs-vet-med

10/13/2026

What trick do you want to teach your senior dog?! Remember to have their favorite treat on hand 🍬

Curious about more ways to care for your senior pet? Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/12/2026

08/10/2026

🐾 Sundays at Shoreline!

Sundays can be busy, hectic, and full of surprises here at Shoreline—but what’s a busy day without a little fun along the way? 💙

Our doctors are such an important part of our everyday team, and we’re incredibly lucky to have doctors who go above and beyond not only providing exceptional patient care, but also jumping in to help wherever they’re needed around the hospital!

Dr. Marinaccio is always ready to lend a hand (and maybe grab a mop! 😉). We appreciate you more than you know, Dr. Marinaccio! We love you! 🐾💙

08/05/2026

✨ Meet Dr. Jessica Giannetto! ✨

Jessica Giannetto, DVM, DACVS-SA, is our board-certified small animal surgeon with advanced expertise in both soft tissue and orthopedic surgery!

A Connecticut native, Dr. Giannetto earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Minnesota before completing multiple specialty internships and a surgical residency at some of the nation’s leading veterinary referral hospitals.

Dr. Giannetto has a passion for all aspects of surgery and is dedicated to providing compassionate, gold-standard care to every patient she treats. She believes in working closely with pet owners and referring veterinarians to ensure the best possible outcome for each pet and their family.

Beyond the operating room, Dr. Giannetto has a true passion for teaching. She has spent many years mentoring veterinary students, interns, and surgical residents, helping shape the next generation of veterinary professionals.

When she’s not caring for patients, Dr. Giannetto enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, cooking, and making new memories with her two beloved Bullmastiffs.
We’re so excited to have Dr. Giannetto as part of the Shoreline family💗

08/02/2026

🐝 Meet Gus! 🐾
Gus got a little too curious about some bees today and quickly discovered they weren’t interested in making new friends! 💛🐝

Thankfully, his owners recognized that something wasn’t right and brought him to us immediately. Our incredible doctors, Dr. Schiff and Dr. Harpin, quickly jumped into action, administering medications to treat Gus’s allergic reaction and help him feel much more comfortable.

We’re happy to report that Gus is doing well! ❤️

Bee stings can cause anything from mild swelling to severe allergic reactions in pets. If your pet is ever stung and develops facial swelling, hives, vomiting, collapse, difficulty breathing, or seems unusually lethargic, don’t wait, seek veterinary care right away.

Way to go, Gus’ family, for acting so quickly, and thank you to our amazing team for providing the compassionate, gold-standard care our patients deserve every day! 🩺🐾

08/02/2026

🐝 Meet Gus! 🐾
Gus got a little too curious about some bees today and quickly discovered they weren’t interested in making new friends! 💛🐝

Thankfully, his owners recognized that something wasn’t right and brought him to us immediately. Our incredible doctors, Dr. Schiff and Dr. Harpin, quickly jumped into action, administering medications to treat Gus’s allergic reaction and help him feel much more comfortable.

We’re happy to report that Gus is doing well! ❤️

Bee stings can cause anything from mild swelling to severe allergic reactions in pets. If your pet is ever stung and develops facial swelling, hives, vomiting, collapse, difficulty breathing, or seems unusually lethargic, don’t wait—seek veterinary care right away.

Way to go, Gus’ family, for acting so quickly, and thank you to our amazing team for providing the compassionate, gold-standard care our patients deserve every day! 🩺🐾

07/28/2026

Meet Dr. Alexa Vander Ploeg!🐾🩺❤️✨

Dr. Vander Ploeg is one of our talented Veterinary Interns here at Shoreline, and we are beyond grateful to have her as part of our team. Her dedication, compassion, and commitment to providing exceptional patient care make her an invaluable member of our hospital.

“Hi, I’m Dr. Alexa Vander Ploeg! I graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed my clinical year at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. I am currently a Small Animal Rotating Intern at Shoreline, so you’ll likely see me on many of services throughout the hospital. I have a strong interest in soft tissue surgery! Outside of the hospital, I enjoy hiking, traveling, and exploring new restaurants and cafes with friends and family.”

07/23/2026

🇺🇸🎆 While many people were enjoying barbecues, fireworks, and time with family, our Emergency & Critical Care team at VCA Shoreline was exactly where they always are when pets need them most—right here, providing lifesaving care.

At VCA Shoreline, our ER is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, because emergencies don’t take holidays.

These videos feature some of our incredible 2026–2027 Emergency Interns alongside our talented ER Criticalist, Dr. Shaylan Meyer, hard at work on the Fourth of July. Behind every patient is a team collaborating, and problem-solving, to deliver the highest level of veterinary medicine.

The holiday brought a fast-paced and demanding caseload, but through every emergency, our team continued to provide the compassionate, gold-standard care that VCA Shoreline is known for.❤️🐾

07/09/2026

After a hectic day, we were so grateful to end it celebrating one of our sweetest patients! Zoey is our most recent chemo grad and we are so proud of her and her journey 🥰💜 congratulations to her and her wonderful family! 🐾

06/05/2026

A big loud CONGRATS to our Associate of the Month - Carly!

Carly is a Veterinary Technician who wears many hats! She mainly works on Dr. Galano’s Neurology Team but also works the floor for the ER, ICU - is proficient in surgery prep, inventory and making her friends laugh! She is an incredibly valuable team member who is always willing to help an animal or colleague in need.

When she’s not at work; she is spending time with her daughter, pets and friends! We are all so lucky to know her!
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05/18/2026

☀️ Warm weather is here — let’s keep our pets safe!

Rising temps can be dangerous for our furry friends, especially when it comes to overheating. A few simple steps can make all the difference:
🚗 Never leave pets in the car
🐾 Protect paws from hot pavement
💧 Keep fresh water available
🌳 Take breaks in the shade
🌞 Limit outdoor activity during peak heat
Know the signs of heatstroke and act fast — your pet is counting on you 💙